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Profitability at K-pop company JYP Entertainment fell in the first quarter due to a lack of large tours and an album release schedule that favored young, developing artists. While revenue reached 140.8 billion KRW ($97 million), up 3% from the prior-year period, operating profit fell 42%. Operating margin — operating income as a percentage of […]
Shakira fans commuting from the TriState Area to her concerts at MetLife Stadium on Thursday and Friday (May 15-16) may need to rethink their travel plans. NJ Transit announced on Monday (May 12) it will be halting rail and bus service to the stadium for both shows. “Due to the potential rail service stoppage, NJ […]
From Missy Elliott to Lil Wayne, Busta Rhymes has collaborated with plenty of icons throughout his decorated career, but now he’s got his eyes on potentially working with a fellow New York-bred rap titan in Cardi B. Bus-A-Bus linked up with Cardi B at Madison Square Garden on Monday night (May 12) as the pair […]
Singer-songwriter MAJOR. (real name Major R. Johnson Finley), who has previously found chart success on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay list, notches his first No. 1 on Gospel Airplay (dated May 17). “I Prayed for You (Said a Prayer)” jumps three spots to the top, up 13% in plays among reporting stations during the May 2-8 […]
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You can’t count on Boosie Badazz to deliver a hit record nowadays, but you can damn sure bet on him delivering some heada** opinions on matters.
Nobody asked Boosie Badazz what he thought about Diddy’s situation, but that isn’t stopping the “Wipe Me Down” rapper from sharing his thoughts.
Taking to X, formerly Twitter, the Louisiana rapper dropped easily one of the dumbest takes about Cassie and Diddy ahead of the mogul’s former girlfriend taking the stand in his high-profile case.
“IF ANYTHING, THIS SHOULD BE A DOMESTIC ABUSE CASE NOT A SEX TRAFFICKING CASE,” Boosie said on the social media platform. “SHE ENJOYED THE WILD SEX PARTIES N THE EXTRAVAGANT GIFTS ON THE BACKEND. ALL OF THESE YEARS OF SEX PARTIES N YOU MEAN TO TELL ME SHE DIDNT ENJOY IT .IM CONVINCED SHE ENJOYED IT . IM PRETTY SURE SHE CAME DURING THOSE FREAK OFFS.”
He stupidly added, “IT WAS A LIFESTYLE! THIS WAS CONSENSUAL SHE WAS HIS GIRLFRIEND. TRYING TO GIVE SOMEONE LIFE N PRISON FOR THIS IS BULLSH*T!”
This isn’t the first time rapper put on his cape for the allegedly egregiously horny and now disgraced Bad Boy general.
“I feel DIDDY N JAIL FOR BASICALLY DOING WHAT EVERY OTHER FAMOUS ENTERTAINER HAS DONE ‘FLEW B****ES OUT FOR 3 SOMES,” the Louisiana rapper typed. “HE JUST FREAKIER WE ACTUALLY GO CALL WOMEN PROSTITUTES WHO FLY N WILLINGLY TO BE WITH THEY PARTNERS FOR SEX?,” Boosie said following Diddy’s arrest last September.
Social Media Reminds Boose Badazz That He Is A Trash Individual
As expected, social media quickly dragged Boosie, reminding him of his questionable behavior regarding his minor son and nephew.
“He’s the same one who hired women to perform sex acts on his minor sons. I am not surprised he’s defending this,” one person wrote in response to Boosie’s thoughts on Diddy.
Another person wrote, “Every defense is a confession.”
Where’s the lie?
We wished Boosie would just shut the hell up. Nothing good ever comes out of his mouth.
You can see more reactions in the gallery below.
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Charli xcx is ready to throw a party 4 her fourth studio album, How I’m Feeling Now, which celebrates its fifth birthday Thursday (May 15) amid the viral resurgence of one of its tracks — for which the musician has announced a new music video.
In a heartfelt handwritten letter posted to Instagram Wednesday (May 14), the pop star first opened up about crafting her 2020 LP, the release of which she wrote “honestly just feels like yesterday.” “So much has changed since then: me, my life, elements of my music and most definitely the world,” Charli wrote.
“I made the album in just five weeks, from conception to release, entirely publicly in collaboration with all of you,” she continued of crafting the album at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. “It was so special. I felt like I rediscovered myself, my sanity + my sense of connection with the world, at a time where we were all so alone.”
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Though far from her most commercially successful, How I’m Feeling Now is one of Charli’s most beloved works among her fanbase. Released four years before she’d experience a career breakthrough with 2024 year-defining album Brat, the LP peaked at No. 111 on the Billboard 200.
In recent months, however, the album has undergone a renaissance thanks to one of its tracks in particular: “party 4 u,” which made its Billboard Hot 100 in early May a full five years after its release after going viral on TikTok. On the chart dated May 17, 2025, it reached a new peak at No. 55.
With the well-timed retroactive success of “party 4 u,” Charli went on to announce Wednesday that she has a music video in the works for the half-decade-old track. Sharing a seconds-long closeup of her eyes paired with a snippet of the song, she wrote on her social media accounts, “5 years later… the party 4 u video. tomorrow.”
The news comes shortly after she shared a clip of herself running down an empty street while holding a bushel of pink balloons — a direct reference to one of the song’s lyrics — on TikTok. And in her handwritten note, the Essex-born star had hinted, “I really can’t believe that 5 years later one of the Angel favorites is having its own special moment.”
“So obviously I wanted to do something to celebrate…,” she’d continued. “This one’s for you Angels.”
The How I’m Feeling Now anniversary comes just a few weeks after Charli performed at Coachella 2025, incorporating “party 4 u” into her Weekend 2 setlist. The weekend prior, she brought Lorde, Troye Sivan and Billie Eilish on stage with her to perform their respective Brat remix collaborations: “Girl, So Confusing,” “Talk Talk” and “Guess.”
Charli is now fresh off of four nights at Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, N.Y., on her own headlining Brat Tour. She’ll next embark on a European leg starting May 31 in Poland.
See her post about How I’m Feeling Now‘s anniversary below.
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TMZ has reported that the man allegedly responsible for attacking Tory Lanez in prison is Santino Casio, a known violent offender currently facing life behind bars.
Casio’s record reportedly includes multiple assaults on fellow inmates, with one such incident adding six years to his sentence. His reputation for violent behavior behind bars aligns with the brutality of the reported attack on Lanez. The incident has stirred speculation online, particularly from music executive Wack 100, who claimed via social media that Mexican gangs were behind the assault.
At the time of his statement, there was no official confirmation supporting that theory, though Wack cited unnamed inside sources. His comments fueled online debate but have not been backed by prison authorities or official reports.
Following the incident, Tory Lanez’s official Instagram account released shocking details about his condition. According to the post, Lanez was stabbed 14 times in various areas of his body, including his back, torso, head, and face. The severity of the attack reportedly led to two collapsed lungs. Despite the life-threatening injuries, Lanez is said to have survived and is now recovering.
The disturbing nature of this assault has drawn increased attention to prison violence and raised concerns about the safety of high-profile inmates. As investigations continue, more details are expected to emerge about the motive and whether Casio acted alone or under gang orders. Authorities have yet to make an official statement regarding Casio’s alleged involvement.
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Lyrical powerhouse Wale sat down for an in-depth conversation with MiAsia Symone, offering fans a rare glimpse into his life beyond the music. Known for his introspective style, the artist didn’t hold back about his personal growth, challenges, and optimism for the future.
Touching on mental health, Wale shared his current mindset, explaining, “I’m mentally aware. It’s more about empathy than anything.” Mental health has been a recurring theme in his work, and his empathy continues to fuel his creativity and personal connections.
Fatherhood has also played a pivotal role in shaping the rapper’s perspective. Speaking about parenting his 8-year-old daughter, Wale admitted, “It’s an emotional ride, for better or worse.” His love and respect for her individuality were evident as he added, “She’s so aware and smart. She’s learned how to talk her way through things without really lying. She gives me a run for my money.” Despite the challenges, he affirmed his co-parenting partnership, saying, “Her mom is a great mother, and they’re besties.”
With a new album on the horizon and his latest single, “Blanco,” hitting the airwaves, Wale reflected on his career highlights and struggles. Songs like “Lotus Flower Bomb” and mainstream hits like “No Hands” transformed his trajectory. “I don’t think a lot of people knew I could make records like that,” he noted, describing how “No Hands” became a pivotal moment for his career. Yet, he acknowledged the difficulties of navigating industry politics and recognition. “I’ve had so much success, but only one Grammy nomination. Something doesn’t add up,” he stated candidly.
Looking forward, his upcoming album promises depth and raw emotion. Wale revealed it explores themes like love, paranoia, and legacy. “I’ve put a lot of my heart into this, all the weight that’s been on me,” he said. Despite stepping away from trends, his fans remain his compass, trusting his authenticity and unique voice.
When asked about his ultimate goal, Wale kept it simple yet profound. “When it’s all said and done, I just want to be known for making great music.” That’s a legacy his loyal audience can stand behind.
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Save this storySaveSave this storySaveLast week, SoundCloud was accused of updating its terms of use to allow content uploaded to the site to be used as training data for artificial intelligence (AI). Now, the streaming platform has updated its AI policy in its terms of use, and SoundCloud CEO Eliah Seton has shared an open letter addressing the scenario, clarifying the site’s current use of AI, and promising that artist content will remain unaffected nor used to train generative AI.“AI should support artists, not replace them,” writes Seton in his open letter. “With the landscape changing rapidly, if there is an opportunity to use generative AI for the benefit of our human artists, we may make this opportunity available to our human artists with their explicit consent, via an opt-in mechanism. We don’t know what we don’t know, and we have a responsibility to give our human artists the opportunities, choices and control to advance their creative journeys. We’re making a formal commitment that any use of AI on SoundCloud will be based on consent, transparency, and artist control.”In his letter, Seton adds that SoundCloud updated its terms of use in February 2024 to clarify how it uses AI to improve the site’s recommendations, search, playlisting, content tagging, and tools that help prevent fraud. “Our use of AI is focused on discovery—helping fans find new music and helping artists grow, starting with their first fans,” writes Seton. “More broadly, we use AI to identify emerging talent, personalize the platform experience, and support real-time customer service, all designed to support human artists and engage real fans.”SoundCloud has implemented a suite of generative AI products over the past year and a half, each designed to assist with music production and distribution. In 2022, the company laid off roughly 20% of its workforce due to claims of recent economic changes. AI companies have been on the receiving end of several lawsuits this decade, too, for infringing on copyrighted works in the training of their AI models.Musicians Are Already Using AI More Often Than We Think
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On Monday (May 12), President Donald Trump took questions from reporters after a White House event, and was pointedly asked about welcoming white South Africans as refugees through a February executive order despite the administration’s feverish agenda of detaining and deporting migrants and others from the United States. “Why are you creating an expediting path into the country for Afrikaners but not others?” he was asked.“Because they’re being killed and we don’t want to see people be killed,” Trump responded. “But it’s a genocide that’s taking place that you people don’t want to write about. Farmers are being killed. They happen to be white. Whether they are white or Black makes no difference to me. White farmers are being brutally killed and the land is being confiscated in South Africa.”But the data, and further research, disproves those claims. According to Willamette University Professor of History Seth Cotler, such claims have only been sourced to neo-Nazi publications which have promoted the claim for decades. An expert on right-wing propaganda, he detailed the instances that fueled the myth in a thread of posts on BlueSky, noting that conservative William F. Buckley was the lone exception, writing about it in a column. White South Africans, while victims of violence in the country, experience it far less than those who are Black.According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, Afrikaners (who compose two-thirds of South Africa’s white population) possess half of South Africa’s land and produce 90% of its agricultural products, which amounted to be worth $13.7 billion in exports last year alone. Only 1% of white South Africans are in poverty as opposed to two-thirds of Black South Africans, due in large part to the historic system of apartheid in that nation which was abolished in 1994.When interviewed, some Afrikaners expressed their gratitude to Trump for the offer of resettlement but weren’t keen on going to the States. “But it’s good to know that [Trump] will back us … if sh*t happens,” farmer Maritz Gobler said. He also nixed the idea proposed by one Trump official that it would be easier for them to assimilate. “I don’t want to speak English for the rest of my life,” he said, highlighting that most Afrikaners primarily speak Afrikaans, a version of Dutch influenced by the indigenous peoples of Namibia and South Africa.
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